2009 JEEP COMMANDER engine

144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,
off-road or frequent trailer towing.
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect exhaust system.
❏Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or
150 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the top row of spark plugs
(4.7L Engine).
❏Replace the spark plugs (3.7L and
5.7L Engines).
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles
equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Inspect the transfer case fluid.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 483
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WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of Chrysler Motors LLC warranties applicable
to this vehicle.
MOPARPARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They will help keep
the vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your authorized
dealer, and the manufacturer.
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TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 320
Adding Fuel........................... 375
Adjustable Pedals....................... 152
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 424
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 426
Air Conditioning........................ 274
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 283
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone................ 281
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 427
Air Conditioning System.................. 274
Air Filter.............................. 424
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 347
Airbag................................ 52
Airbag Deployment....................... 59
Airbag Light.......................61,75,193
Airbag Maintenance....................... 61
Alarm, Panic............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm).................20,194
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 9Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 264
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 465
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............320,323
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 193
Anti-Theft System....................... 194
Appearance Care........................ 444
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 20
Assist, Hill Start........................ 332
Assistance Towing....................... 102
Auto Down Power Windows................ 35
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 84
Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Headlights.................... 141
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 274
Automatic Transmission................299,440
Adding Fluid......................... 442
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 440
Fluid Level Check..................... 441
Fluid Type........................... 440
496 INDEX

Cargo Load Floor........................ 178
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 378
Cellular Phone........................88,270
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 464
Certification Label....................... 378
Chains, Tire............................ 354
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 401
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 339
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 419
Checks, Safety........................... 75
Child Restraint....................64,65,69,71
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............68,69
Child Safety Locks........................ 33
Climate Control......................... 271
Clock........................220,234,237,247
Cold Weather Operation................... 294
Command View Skylights.................. 172
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 270Compact Spare Tire...................... 349
Compass.............................. 210
Compass Calibration..................... 210
Compass Variance....................... 211
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 206
Connector
UCI ................................ 257
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 257
Console, Overhead....................... 162
Contract, Service........................ 489
Cooling System......................... 431
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 433
Coolant Capacity...................... 465
Coolant Level......................... 435
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 435
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 432
Inspection........................... 431
Points to Remember.................... 436
Pressure Cap......................... 434
498 INDEX

Radiator Cap......................... 434
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........432,465
Courtesy Lights......................... 147
Cruise Light........................... 198
Cupholders............................ 176
Customer Assistance..................... 487
Data Recorder, Event...................... 62
Daytime Running Lights................... 143
Dealer Service.......................... 421
Defroster, Rear Window................... 181
Defroster, Windshield................75,273,279
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 418
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 146
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 441
Oil (Engine).......................... 422
Power Steering........................ 317
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 412Disarming, Theft System................... 21
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 424
Used Engine Fluids.................... 424
Door Locks............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30
Door Opener, Garage..................... 162
Driving............................... 312
Off-Pavement......................... 313
Off-Road............................ 313
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™).... 267
E-85 Fuel............................. 372
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 86
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 173
Electronic Brake Control System............. 323
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 323
Brake Assist System.................... 324
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 325
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Electronic Stability Program............... 326
Traction Control System................. 324
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 325
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 153
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 326
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 199
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................197,200
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 306
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 400
Jacking............................. 401
Jump Starting......................... 409
Tow Hooks.......................... 411
Emission Control System Maintenance......419,470
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 424
Block Heater......................... 296
Break-In Recommendations................ 73Compartment...................415,416,417
Compartment Identification.........415,416,417
Cooling............................. 431
Exhaust Gas Caution................42,74,371
Fails to Start.......................... 295
Flooded, Starting...................... 295
Fuel Requirements..................367,465
Multi-Displacement.................... 323
Oil ..............................422,465
Oil Change Interval.................... 422
Oil Disposal.......................... 424
Oil Filter............................ 424
Oil Filter Disposal..................... 424
Oil Selection.......................423,465
Oil Synthetic......................... 424
Overheating.......................... 400
Starting............................. 292
Temperature Gauge.................... 196
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 423
500 INDEX

Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 423
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 60
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 21
Event Data Recorder...................... 62
Exhaust Gas Caution..............42,74,371,429
Exhaust System......................... 429
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 52
Exterior Finish Care...................... 444
Fabric Care............................ 446
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 424
Engine Oil........................... 424
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 424
Finish Care............................ 444
Flashers.............................. 400
Hazard Warning....................... 400
Turn Signal.....................192,460,462Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range....................... 374
Engine Oil........................... 374
Fuel Requirements..................372,373
Replacement Parts..................... 375
Starting............................. 374
Flipper Glass, Liftgate..................... 38
Flooded Engine Starting................... 295
Fluid Capacities......................... 465
Fluid Leaks............................. 76
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..............440,441
Brake.............................. 437
Engine Oil........................... 422
Power Steering........................ 317
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 466
Fog Light Service........................ 461
Fog Lights.......................143,199,461
Fold and Tumble Rear Seat................. 128
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